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A vessel is under 20 m long. How may its sidelights be fitted?

  1. Both on the port side
  2. Both on the masthead
  3. As a single red light
  4. Combined in one lantern on the centreline
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Correct answer: Combined in one lantern on the centreline

Short vessels may use one lantern that holds both sidelights.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Navigation lights, page 28

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026